As part of its continual evolution, Metsä Wood's (formerly Finnforest) Finnframe flooring system now boasts a number of new developments that further improve the acoustic and energy performance of the system. Furthermore, Metsä Wood has also recently introduced a range of cost effective Kerto Q Rim Board detailing for use in timber frame structures. These developments help housebuilders, developers and timber frame manufacturers meet everchanging regulations, while providing them with even more choice, flexibility and commercially pragmatic solutions, the company says.<br> <br> Finnframe is a fully engineered flooring system, which combines a quality engineered timber system with bespoke design technology, underpinned by Metsä Wood's technical service and support. The Finnframe product range is made up of Finnjoist, Kerto S, Kerto Q and the Finnframe software package.<br> <br> Another key development for Finnframe is the Kerto Q Rim Board for the timber frame sector in the very topical area of fire resistance. The new addition is created from Kerto Q, a fully engineered laminated veneer lumber (LVL), which is cross-bonded. Kerto Q Rim Board transfers the load through the floor zone from wall panels above and is an integral structural component available in a variety of depths and thicknesses.